Topic: Songs Of The Decade (00-09)

Here are the top 5 songs of the past decade: 5. 100 Years, Five for Fighting: Without a full package it is hard to ever achieve greatness. Five For Fighting released two of the most memorable singles of the decade while the rest of the albums were left for dead and forgotten. Regardless, this second song on the countdown is an amazing performance by a skilled set of musicians. Try not getting this stuck in your head. 4. Beautiful Day, U2: I know what your thinking. Coldplay and U2 in the top ten? Despite a general displeasure towards both bands, no can deny how great some of their songs are. U2’s first single of the new millennium, this song helped to introduce an entire generation to what the band had done for the previous 20 years. The song was the first single from “All That You Can’t Leave Behind” which [...] Continue...

Here it is. After almost a month of writing and posting about the top 110 songs of the past decade we have finally reached the top 10. Songs 1-10 are the song the defined this decade and made us dance, cry, think and will make us remember years from now. Without further adieu, here are songs 10-6: 10. Over My Head, The Fray (2005): Debut singles by bands that went on to have a huge impact on the decade are always important. Opening up the top ten is the first song we heard from The Fray back in 2005. The song itself has a catchy chorus and shows off the very unique vocal styles of lead singer Isaac Slade. 9. The Middle, Jimmy Eat World (2001): There was a lot of gripe about this pick amongst my industry friends. Was this really the best punk-rock song of the decade? Yes it was. [...] Continue...

Songs 14-10 14. Taylor, Jack Johnson (2004): Johnson spent the entire decade redefining what it meant to be a singer/songwriter. From coffee shops to sold out arena shows, Johnson took soft and mellow music and made it as large as it could be. “Taylor” showcases Johnson’s astonishing guitar playing ability and helped launch his acting career alongside Ben Stiller in the music video. 13. Are You Gonna Be My Girl, JET (2003): It’s weird that the most catchy portion of this song is the opening riff. It’s not something you can type or even say. Hum it to yourself for a moment, I’ll wait. That’s why it’s one of the top songs of the decade. 12. Island In The Sun, Weezeer (2001): Generally when there is a song that my grandma, mom, sister, brother and dad all know, it’s a pretty good one. Whether they know it or not, this song by Weezer [...] Continue...

Songs 19-15 19.Never Let You Go, Third Eye Blind (2000): Bands known for putting out great singles have a lot to live up to. Third Eye Blind had some big shoes to fill as the decades changed but they picked up right where they left off and continued their string of smash hits. 18. Upside Down, Jack Johnson (2006): In 2006 Johnson took on the unique task of composing the original score for “Curious George” a film remake of the classic children’s stories. One of the more catchy songs of the decade, Johnson proved once again that he can not be stopped when it comes to making simple music with an acoustic guitar. 17. Single Ladies, Beyonce (2008): If it wasn’t for Alicia Keys, Beyonce would be the female musician of the decade. Fortunately she will have to settle for second. It’s songs like “Single Ladies” that made her known for singing [...] Continue...

Songs 24-20 24. How You Remind Me, Nickelback (2001): Ten years ago you had no idea who Nickelback were. Now they are one of the largest bands on the pop circuit. Further more, they helped to create the genre of country/hardrock/pop that has been copied by the likes of Daughtry and Theory of a Deadman. This was the song that introduced the world to the band and is still one of the best heavy songs of the decade. 23. The Space Between, Dave Matthews Band (2001): Songs that I can place are always the best. Twenty-three on the countdown was first heard in the preview for “Black Hawk Down” and since then it’s been a favorite of mine. One thing that seems to draw me into this song is the overproduced style it is recorded in. This is different than many other songs by the band. 22. Clocks, Coldplay (2002): [...] Continue...

Songs 29-25 29. This Love, Maroon 5 (2004): Maroon 5 spent the decade putting out two multi-platinum albums and a slew of successful compilation, live and acoustic records. This song was from their first record “Songs About Jane” which put the band on the map after a long trip up the record label ladder. 28. Crazy, Gnarls Barkley (2006): This is a band that never made an album I liked but never released a single that I didn’t like. “Crazy” is without a doubt my favorite from Gnarls Barkley and the unique style of this song makes it great. Trying to fit this song into a genre is so difficult. Is it pop? Is it r&b? Is it hip-hop? Is it rock? Who knows, I do know it’s a great song. 27. I Believe In A Thing Called Love, The Darkness (2003): As far as one it wonders go this [...] Continue...

Songs 34-30 34. When It’s Over, Sugar Ray (2001): Although their moderate success came one decade early, 2001 saw a brand new self titled album from Sugar Ray. The smoothest band in rock, this bands style has drifted away but the amazing songs they provided are timeless. 33. My Way, Limp Bizkit (2001): It’s not for everyone. Limp Bizkit can be extremely offensive and straight vulgar in their lyrics at times. Regardless this band and more importantly this album, “Chocolate Starfish and the Hot Dog Flavored Water” is one of the best of the decade and this song was great. Made famous for me by the WWF, it was used as the theme song for WrestleMania X-Seven (17). 32. Bye Bye Bye, *NSYNC (2000): I’m a little shocked that this song didn’t climb higher on my list but you can’t deny this songs lasting power. The one hangover from the [...] Continue...

Songs 39-35 39. Kryptonite, 3 Doors Down (2000): One of the earliest albums of the decade “The Better Life” by 3 Doors Down provided a single that is still playing on most alternative rock stations. There’s something about a Superman reference in song that makes things perfect. 38. Fat Lip, Sum 41 (2001): There was a lot of talk amongst my inner circle as to why this song fell so far on the countdown. A song that could of easily reached higher, this song was the party boy song of 2001 and continues to be an immensely popular party song in high school and college alike. 37. So What, Pink (2008): After the big guns have had their say, Pink might be one of the top artists of the decade. Falling just behind Alicia Keys, Beyonce and Kelly Clarkson, Pink released an amazing number of hit singles and albums. This [...] Continue...

Songs 44-40 44. In The End, Linkin Park (2001): Linkin Parks only appearance on the countdown is for my favorite song by the group. Creating one of the most unique sounds in rock, the band mixes rap and rock in an effortless blend. This song stands out because of this blend as both singers perform in a very tight space and sound like one perfect entity. 43. Minority, Green Day (2001): Buried as the second to last song from “Warning” this song has become one of the bands biggest successes surpassing all other songs on the album. Especially fun live, the song was #1 on the Billboard U.S. Modern Rock Chart for five weeks in 2000. 42. Jesus Walks, Kanye West (2004): It is really a shame that this is the highest Kanye West climbed on our list (sort of). The most controversial artist of the decade released two amazing [...] Continue...

Songs 49-45 49. Snow (hey oh), Red Hot Chili Peppers (2006): Releasing one of the most talked about albums of the decade “Stadium Arcadium” and the Peppers had recorded a double album consisting of 28 tracks. Although the album becomes very repetitive the singles shine through and this is the best of the best. The opening guitar lick sells it for me but the catchy chorus puts the finishing touches on a great song. 48. Lesson Learned, Alicia Keys (2007): Keys became a household name during this decade releasing four albums this decade with the most recent being this month. Performing this song alongside John Mayer, this song gained attention simply because of the pairing but was never actually released as a single. 47. Daughters, John Mayer (2004): Not the last time we’ll see him on this countdown, Mayer has provided a sound to a wide range of generations over [...] Continue...